Baker College of Jackson Reviews

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Nicole from Albion, MI

01/07/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

Anyone is great for this college. Adults, fresh grads, or anyone looking for a better job.

Tips for prospective students

Study, Study, Study! Read syllabus to stay ahead of the pack. Try not to miss school. Ask lots of questions.

Bang for the buck

Tuition is not very expensive here. Tuition is only about $2,000 to $5,000. A better alternative instead of spending a quarter of a million going to a recognized university. Almost anyone can afford this college.

Am enjoying being here

Everyone is very kind and considerable. Campus security helps make the campus safe for all. They are actual police officers and they can arrest people. All the staff are very wonderful to be around and very helpful.

Am learning a lot

The teachers will do anything to see everyone succeed. Teachers are very knowledgeable about their subject. If asked questions, they will help you understand the subject being asked about. They also present real world information.

The food is slightly over priced but tastes great, located near a main strip with plenty of fast food options.

Dorm Life

Currently no dorms or campus living

Academic Rigor

Baker College packs each course into 10 week segments. This is a face paced environment, which lessons the course load in a single semester. Being full time, I am able to take 3 classes a semester and still graduate on time.

Tips for prospective students

This is a great college for those that are unsure of big campus life. It has a warm and welcoming feel, and is open to all ages. The broad variety of night classes has made it manageable for me to maintain my young family, and spend time with my children, and still be able to maintain a decent GPA.

In three sentences

Baker College is a wonderful option for adults with families or jobs to get the education they deserve or need. The curriculum is face paced and the instructors are understanding that their are lives outside of college. Online options are available for courses unable to be taken on campus as well.

Alan from JACKSON, MI

The Campus is very safe, the national statistics for the Campus shows that not much goes on here that would be dangerous or unsafe.

Greek Life

None

Clubs and Activities

There are a few Campus groups to get involved in.

Great for these types of students

Adults wishing to go back to school for a better job. Although Baker does fit into the needs of those graduating High school and wanting to progress onto a Career it is geared towards the Older crowd.

Bang for the buck

The college will put you on track for the program you are wanting to pursue.

What to do for fun

Enjoy Jackson, although if you are attending this college and have lived in Jackson all your life it might be a bit boring.

Food and Dining

The Student Center does serve food but its mostly pizza and hot dogs with a few prepared sandwiches.

Dorm Life

No Dorms in Jackson at this time.

Academic Rigor

Computer Classes can get rough if you aren't good at the subject you are jumping into. Ensure you have a familiarity with the subject before starting that track.

Tips for prospective students

Look into everything about the College and ensure you speak with the folks in Admissions about all your needs.

In three sentences

Baker College is a Great School if you are looking for more than an Associates Degree and don't want to jump into a Large University. The Instructors are from the career field they are teaching in which adds a bonus to the education experience.

Lucas from Jackson, MI

Limited to small cafe on campus. There are lots of local restaurants nearby.

Dorm Life

The Jackson campus has no dorms currently.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you read the syllabus, and follow all the guidelines.

In three sentences

Baker College has a lot of opportunities. You can get anything from certificates to Masters Degrees. There are several fields to choose from like Health and Technology. The professors work in the fields they teach.

Megan from Stockbridge, MI

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

Campus Safety is every where and very helpful. Baker has its own giant section of one of the buildings dedicated to Campus Safety!

Greek Life

I don't know if there is any Greek Life since there are no dorms.

Clubs and Activities

I know there are many activities and clubs I just haven't looked into them yet. Since I am so new, I'm trying to focus on getting good grades right now.

Great for these types of students

Baker College of Jackson is for students who are very serious about their career and ready to get started as soon as possible.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

I do not know any because I am so new. But I really can't wait to see if there any!!!

Bang for the buck

One of the things I love about Baker is that I pay ( Tuition ) as much at LCC as I do at Baker. Not only do they provide me with a higher quality of education, but I get more perks going to Baker than where I was at ( LCC ) For example, at Baker I pay around 9,000$ a year for tuition and pay for my classes, my labs, my books and student parking is free. While at LCC I had to pay 9,000$ for a year while it only payed for my classes and books. I had to pay for parking and extra fees.

What to do for fun

There are plenty of restaurants to go out to eat and also a couple of malls are close by. Not to mention Spas, movie theaters, bowling alleys, and many more things to do!

Food and Dining

Food varies! You can have pretty much anything you want. And if you don't think anything sounds good there, Hudson's Grill is just next door with AMAZING food and fun activities like outdoor volleyball!

Dorm Life

There are no dorms on campus. But there are plenty of apartments close by.

Academic Rigor

I'm in the Vet Tech program and only 20 students can get in you have to hold a B- or higher. Baker takes that things seriously! So you need to take it seriously too!

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you schedule a visit and talk with an adviser! They are amazing and help you so much!

In three sentences

I love Baker College. This school is so focused on getting you to your goal. I am beyond happy to be attend Baker!

Jodie from Jerome, MI

Small campuses make it one of the safest places to go to college! I really don't even worry about locking my car doors half the time!

Clubs and Activities

Unsure of all....check out their website!

Great for these types of students

Single parents, new high school graduates, retired population and over-all....anyone who can handle an advanced curriculum!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Life-long job seekers help is available to all Baker College graduates for the rest of their lives with a 97% rate of graduates working within their field.

Bang for the buck

Baker College of Jackson is about 210 a credit hour. It is a bit more pricey than community, but less expensive than a four-year college. It has life-time job seekers help and as for the terms themselves...We at Baker only go ten weeks comparably to traditional and most four year colleges. Totally worth the money in my book. The only thing is the transferability of credits to certain other colleges can be challenging; however, there are certain four-year colleges such as Eastern and Central Michigan Universities who work specifically with Baker College students!

What to do for fun

Baker College of Jackson has a restuarant right next door that has outdoor volleyball and great food and drink to back it up! There are different clubs within the college to meet just about anyone's particular flavor!

Food and Dining

Baker College of Jackson is surrounded by fine dining right down to small town dining cafes and all within three miles.

Dorm Life

I have not had the pleasure of living within the dorms of Baker College.

Academic Rigor

I give Baker College of Jackson four stars only because I have not experienced a four year college.

Tips for prospective students

If you are attending Baker College, be prepared to experience wonderful teachers, an advanced, ten-week curriculum and life-long job seekers help from Baker.

In three sentences

I rate Baker College of Jackson an eight. I have never experienced a four year college and attended a local, community college before I attended Baker College of Jackson and have nothing but great things to say about this college. If you are a single parent as I and are looking to advance your career, check out Baker College at any of their state-wide campuses throughout Michigan!

Terri from Quincy, MI

07/23/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

just graduating and do not care for the college dorm or frat experience, returning to work single mothers, or senior citizens and mid life men and women looking to get certified in a different training field .

Food and Dining

Vending machines are located in the student center.

Dorm Life

No dorms are available

Academic Rigor

Your courses are 10 week courses and if you enroll online they are 6 weeks. I find classroom courses more suited for myself.

Tips for prospective students

Take your time and be sure of the job field you would like to pursue. Check out the campus and decipher between a private college or a community college, being there is the matter of transferring your credits to another school.

In three sentences

There seems to be not enough different courses offered through the Coldwater branch. This campus (Coldwater) is rather new . Baker College is a fast paced center to obtain your credits and a thouroughly enjoyable school to acquire your degree.

Jessica from Manitou Beach, MI

The college is great for working moms, first year college, and any other individual that has a complicated schedule.

Bang for the buck

The college seems pretty standard, but offers an intern program to help students acquire a job more easily.

What to do for fun

There are many areas for students to sit on comfortable chairs and socialize with friends and fellow students.

Food and Dining

Baker has a cafeteria on site which provides friendly service. The eating area is kept clean and neat.

Dorm Life

Baker does not offer Dorm service.

Academic Rigor

Work is challenging, but not so much that students pull their hair out in frustration. Baker also has on site tutors or contacts students to help struggling students.

Tips for prospective students

Baker College is extremely helpful in looking for scholorships and grants to help students attend. Students should take classes when they are offered because some courses are not offered year round.

In three sentences

Baker College offers a variety of programs for aspiring students. I have had an enjoyable experience and have learned a lot of information. However, I don't care for the limitations for the book store service.

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